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Via Aquarium

87 Reviews

#4 of 18 things to do in Schenectady

Features Animals

Nature & Parks, Zoos & Aquariums

Closed Now: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

93 W Campbell Rd, Schenectady, NY 12306-6800

Open today: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

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“Nice for young children”

We have been to much larger aquariums with a lot more going on, but if you have small children, and... read more

Reviewed 4 weeks ago

Acker4

New York

“what an underwater adventure!”

Although this is a small aquarium it was still full of adventure and fun. It may be a little to... read more

Reviewed 5 weeks ago

Dreamy575

Schenectady, New York

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4.0 87 reviews

Excellent40%
Very good43%
Average10%
Poor6%
Terrible1%

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“gift shop”(9 reviews)

“small sharks”(5 reviews)

“horseshoe crabs”(4 reviews)

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Experience the wonders of the ocean in your backyard! The Via Aquarium is the capital regions only full scale aquarium. Explore over 25,000 square feet of oceanic treasure as you and your family embark an exciting self-guided tour visiting over...more

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Hours Today: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

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Suggested duration: 1-2 hours

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93 W Campbell Rd, Schenectady, NY 12306-6800

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Peter G

Buffalo, New York

20344

Reviewed 3 days ago

Grandkids enjoyed it

We took the 3 grandkids from NJ here on Tuesday. This was my 1st trip tho they have been here a few years before. I found the place a bit pricey at over $75 for the 5 of us. I realize there must be a...More

Date of experience: April 2019

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Acker4

New York

184

Reviewed 4 weeks ago

Nice for young children

We have been to much larger aquariums with a lot more going on, but if you have small children, and you're looking to get out of the house for a little while, this is a decent place to go. The facility itself is put together...More

Date of experience: February 2019

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Dreamy575

Schenectady, New York

201

Reviewed 5 weeks ago

what an underwater adventure!

Although this is a small aquarium it was still full of adventure and fun. It may be a little to short for older kids for 3 year old it was just the right size , not over whelming and long. There are all sorts of...More

Date of experience: March 2019

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wmcleve

Schenectady, New York

13632

Reviewed March 19, 2019

Everything Smaller than exxpected but the Price

What they have is enjoyable but for the price they should have more. Is a good introduction for small children.

Date of experience: November 2018

1 Thank wmcleve

Debbie H

292

Reviewed February 11, 2019

Aquarium

Very nice place to visit. An aquarium inside a shopping mall. It is small but good enough to enjoy. I loved petting the stingrays. There is also a pizza place and bowling alley within the mall.

Date of experience: January 2019

1 Thank Debbie H

Brianna P

New York

386

Reviewed February 9, 2019 via mobile

Smaller than expected

Aquarium was much smaller than expected, the website makes it seem much larger. Enjoyed the room where the small sharks swam over head. Also enjoyed the sensory exhibit, where you could touch some of the animals.

Date of experience: June 2018

Thank Brianna P

jessicam63212019

Albany, New York

Reviewed February 3, 2019 via mobile

First Ever Via Port Aquarium Sleepover!

Our Cub Scouts had a fantastic time at Via Port Aquarium! With over 80 Scouts, siblings and adults everyone had a blast! Santina had an educational program prepared for the children and Tom did a wonderful job of ensuring that all ran smoothly and teaching...More

Date of experience: February 2019

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David B

Rotterdam, New York

15055

Reviewed January 21, 2019

Great place to go to

This is not the Boston Aquarium, but it cute for this area and educational for kids to learn from. In bad weather its cool as its in the mall.

Date of experience: July 2018

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pghkate

155

Reviewed December 30, 2018 via mobile

Better than expected!

Our last aquarium visit was to Monterey Bay, so we were not sure what to expect, but it was very nice! We went first thing in the morning and it wasn’t crowded. The staff at the touch tanks were helpful and friendly. Nice gift shop...More

Date of experience: December 2018

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PnRoyce

Silver Spring, Maryland

4925

Reviewed December 14, 2018

Super cute!

We've been to many aquariums throughout the US and we really enjoyed this one. It wasn't crowded which made it more enjoyable. It was a fair price. You can touch sting rays and feed koi fish. There was also a hands-on reptile show that you...More

Date of experience: December 2018

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